How to Set Up a Corporation in NY

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If a New York Corporation is registered, you can look it up with the New York Secretary of State online search tool. The current Secretary of State of New York holds responsibility for registering and keeping records on every Corporation. Once incorporated, a business in New York needs to be registered with the New York Secretary of State.

The New York Secretary of State also handles the dissolution of a Corporation.


Here's a site to get the latest link for finding a Corporation in New York: New York Secretary of State

When you find the Corporation, several pieces of information are typically available.

  • Official Name of Corporation
  • State Corporation Number
  • Official Status
  • Contact Address
  • Agent of Service in New York
  • Registered Agent Contact Address
  • Telephone

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